Catfish Maitre’D

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Golden-fried catfish fillets topped with a rich, zesty brown butter and lemon sauce
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This elegant yet approachable dish transforms humble catfish into a restaurant-quality meal. The fillets are lightly dredged in flour and pan-seared until golden and crisp, then finished in the oven to ensure they are cooked through without drying out. The star of the show is the Maitre’D sauce&# 226;ÂÂa luxurious emulsion of melted butter, fresh lemon juice, and bright parsley that adds a sophisticated tang to every bite. ItâÂÂs a perfect choice for a special weeknight dinner or a light weekend supper. Serve with steamed greens or rice to soak up the delicious sauce. Simple, flavorful, and undeniably satisfying.

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Catfish Maitre’D

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 105.0

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This elegant yet approachable dish transforms humble catfish into a restaurant-quality meal. The fillets are lightly dredged in flour and pan-seared until golden and crisp, then finished in the oven to ensure they are cooked through without drying out. The star of the show is the Maitre'D sauce&# 226;ÂÂa luxurious emulsion of melted butter, fresh lemon juice, and bright parsley that adds a sophisticated tang to every bite. ItâÂÂs a perfect choice for a special weeknight dinner or a light weekend supper. Serve with steamed greens or rice to soak up the delicious sauce. Simple, flavorful, and undeniably satisfying.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
  2. Pat the catfish fillets dry with paper towels. Season generously on both sides with salt and pepper.
  3. Place flour on a plate. Dredge each fillet in the flour, shaking off any excess.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Carefully place the fillets in the hot skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 10 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  7. While the fish bakes, melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley.
  8. Remove the skillet from the oven and transfer the fillets to serving plates.
  9. Season the lemon-butter sauce with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Immediately pour the warm sauce over the hot fish fillets.
  11. Garnish with lemon slices and fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 105.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.4g6%
Saturated Fat 0.9g5%
Cholesterol 83.0mg28%
Sodium 72.0mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 17.0g34%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: catfish, fish, seafood, lemon butter, maitre d, pan-fried, baked fish, easy dinner, weeknight meal, comfort food, gluten-free option, low carb, quick recipe, pantry staple, family favorite
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